PHARMACY FILL TECHNICIAN
WHO WE ARE
Polaris Pharmacy Services is an industry leader in both the Long-Term Care and Post-Acute Care settings.
Founded in 2015, we are locally and independently owned with pharmacies nationwide.
We are proud to offer competitive benefits and industry pay as well as the opportunity for career advancement to all our team members.
OVERVIEW
The Pharmacy Fill Technician accurately prepares prescriptions, including the careful picking, labeling, scanning, and final preparation of prescriptions for the pharmacist's verification.
Additionally, they assist in maintaining a well-organized workspace and ensure compliance with regulations.
Schedule: 4pm - 12:30am, M-F and every other weekend
RESPONSIBILITIES
Pull/pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas (pre pack racks)
Accuracy check of final preparation before presenting to pharmacist
Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently and in a timely and prioritized manner, under the supervision of a pharmacist
Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle/dispose per procedure
Assist in pre-packing frequently ordered medications; label and stock as needed during low volume times
Package materials and products manually
Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA
Maintain clean/organized workstation areas and replenish all stock supplies needed each shift
Alert the pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly
Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected
Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required
Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice
Previous pharmacy experience required (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)
Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Able to work at a moderate speed
Able to work during inclement weather
Reliable
Good organization/Attention to detail
Analytical/Problem solver
Able to physically perform light lifting
Must be able to work various shifts and days
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, walk, crawl intermittently
May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
May lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role
HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY
We provide qualifying full-time employees with 23 PTO (Paid Time Off) days annually.
PTO is used for holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave.
Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.
BENEFITS for full-time employees
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Personal Time Off (PTO)
Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises
Career growth potential
Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines
Employee referral bonus program